Freedom is a software application and digital wellness company founded in 2011 by Fred Stutzman. The company develops productivity software that helps users manage digital distractions by blocking access to websites, apps, and the internet across multiple devices. The company’s flagship product, also called Freedom, allows users to create customized blocking sessions to restrict access to specific websites, social media platforms, and applications that may hamper productivity. The software works across various operating systems including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, offering synchronized blocking across devices. Freedom has gained prominence in the digital wellness space, particularly as concerns about technology addiction and digital distraction have grown. The software includes features such as scheduled blocks, locked mode (which prevents users from disabling a session once started), and ambient noise options to enhance focus. The company has received coverage in major media outlets including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian. As of 2023, Freedom reports that its users have blocked over 2.5 billion distracting sessions. The company operates on a subscription-based business model, offering both monthly and annual plans to users. Freedom is headquartered in North Carolina and has maintained its position as one of the leading digital distraction blocking tools in the productivity software market.